Group 3 - Learn to Compete

Group 3 ST (2)

Recommended for Ages 9 to 13 years

Group 3 is intended for skaters wanting to train in the speed skating discipline. Group 3 participates in both Short Track and Long Track speed skating throughout the season (September to the end of March). The Group consists of skaters graduating from Group 2 as well as age-appropriate skaters from other disciplines, competent on skates and wanting to give speed skating a try. Off-ice dryland before or after practices are a regular part of this group and participation is strongly encouraged.

Group 3 Details 2024-25

Short Track:

September: 

  • Sept 4, 9, 13, 20, 23, and 27 at 4:30 -5:35 PM  at ACT Arena.
  • Sept 15 and 22 at 5:45-6:50 PM, Sept 16 at 7:30-8:35 PM, Sept 29 at 1:45 PM  at Merlis Belsher Arena.

October 1 - December 21:

Tuesdays 7:15 - 8:20 pm

Thursdays 4:25-5:30 pm

Saturdays 7:30 - 8:30 am* 

* Saturday morning practices will be cancelled during Sask Competitions Meets.
Long Track:

The long track season for Group 3 will start in December weather permitting. Long track is at the Clarence Downey Oval, 1201 Dudley Street, Saskatoon and is an outdoor natural ice surface. The skating times are usually Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm. This will be confirmed closer to the date.

Fees: $1440 (can earn back up to $400 by volunteering) + Speed Skating Saskatchewan and Speed Skating Canada membership fees.

Equipment: All Group 3 skaters will use speed skates; these can be rented from the club or purchased privately. Skate rental pick-up is at the end of August annually. Please review the equipment list carefully: Equipment Requirements.

If you would like to verify group placement for your skater, please read all the information above, if you still have questions, contact: membership@slspeedskating.com

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